JVC GR-SXM515U manual It is recommended that you, For clock operation and remote control unit

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product.

Using This Instruction Manual

All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents (pg. 7).

Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.

Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.

It is recommended that you . . .

..... refer to the Index (pgs. 55 – 58) and familiarize

yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety

Instructions that follow. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of this product.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 59 and 60 before use.

SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

The AA-V15U AC Power Adapter/Charger should be used with:

AC 120 V`, 60 Hz in the USA and Canada, AC 110 – 240 V`, 50/60 Hz in other countries.

CAUTION (applies to the AA-V15U)

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION (s’applique à l’AA-V15U)

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Warning on lithium battery

(for clock operation and remote control unit)

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F) or incinerate.

Replace the battery with Maxell, Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Sony CR2025; use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

Dispose of used battery promptly.

Keep away from children.

Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

NOTES:

The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.

The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC- type color television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard.

However, live recording and LCD monitor/ viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V11U/V12U/V20U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

ATTENTION:

The product that you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

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Contents GR-SXM915 GR-SXM515 For Customer UseFor clock operation and remote control unit It is recommended that youImportant Product Safety Instructions To avoid personal injury If the product has been dropped or damaged in any wayQuick Operation Guide For more detailsZoom Zoom out Remote ControlUnit RM-V705U BN-V20U Lithium Battery CR2025 Cassette AdapterContents Power EN9 DischargedRemove Battery Holder Clock Lithium Battery Insertion/RemovalSwitch OFF Power Insert Battery in HolderDate/Time Settings SET Recording Mode Recording Mode SettingTape Length Setting ContLoading/Unloading a Cassette To resume VHS recording Recording Format SettingActivate S-VHS ET OFF Allows you to record in VHS on an S-VHS cassetteRegular VHS VCR RecordingPlaybackVHS VCR with Sqpb Function Sqpb S-VHS Quasi Playback functionGrip Adjustment Viewfinder AdjustmentTripod Mounting Adjust LengthShoulder Strap Attachment Attach StrapLoad a Cassette Power Switch PositionBasic Recording Start ShootingPress Display Button LCD Monitor/Viewfinder IndicationsStop Recording RecordingBefore the following steps, perform pg Recording Basic RecordingShooting While Watching The LCD Monitor Brightness Control Journalistic ShootingInterface Shooting Zoom EN Recording Basic FeaturesPush the Power Zoom Lever towards T Feature Quick Review To check the end of the last recordingPress P. STABILIZER. appears Basic FeaturesFeature Picture Stabilizer Light OFF/AUTO/ON switch Feature Video LightTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Take Snapshot Recording Advanced FeaturesSnapshot If you press during Record-StandbyStart or END Recording Fade/WipeEngagemode FADE- or WIPE-STANDBY Program AE With Special Effects Advanced FeaturesSelect Mode Press P.AE to cycle through the modes as shown on the leftHigh shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action Display ModeNega Posi mode Colors of a picture are reversedDate/Time Insert Press the Select Dial to display the Menu ScreenInstant Titles Access Title MenuSelect the Desired Mode END Setting Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentMake Setting Menu Screen Available Using The Select Dial Menu Screen Available Using The Menu ButtonDemo Mode is set to on and the Menu Screen is closed When set to OFF, allows you to record in VHS on an S-VHSTally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording Allows you to set the current date and time pgAdjust Exposure Access Exposure MenuAccess Manual Exposure END Adjustment of ExposureFocusing Patterns that are regularly repeatedAdjust Focus Access Focus MenuAccess Manual Focus END Adjustment of FocusSET Function Parameters White Balance AdjustmentAccess White Balance Adjustment To Return To Automatic White BalanceSET Manual White Balance Enter SettingManual White Balance Operation To Change The Tint For RecordingStart Delayed Recording Self-TimerAccess INT. Time Menu To Cancel Self-TimerAnimation Time-LapsePlay Back Playback Basic PlaybackRewind or Fast-Forward the tape Stop PlaybackTracking Speaker Volume ControlAdjust Volume Activate Manual TrackingFeature Shuttle Search Playback FeaturesFeature Still Playback Feature Counter Memory FunctionCassette Adapter VHS Playpak Using The Cassette Adapter EN45Insert Battery Use optional S-Video and Audio cables When connecting the cables, open this coverPlayback Connections Use optional Video and Audio cablesBasic Connections Tape DubbingFunctions Pull OUT Battery HolderRemote control uses one lithium battery CR2025 ButtonsAnimation Feature Self-Timer, Animation and Time-LapseSelf-Timer Time-LapseFind EDIT-OUT Point Reset CounterInsert Editing Begin Insert EditingEND Audio Dubbing Audio DubbingBegin Audio Dubbing Cleaning The Camcorder After UseAnimation or Time-Lapse is not No power is suppliedRecording does not start AvailableAn error number i.e. E03 appears Indicators and the picture colorReview or Retake mode During recording, the indications do not appearIndex Indications EN55 56EN Tally Lamp Power Lamp VHS ET Lamp Speaker Volume Control VOL Picture Stabilizer ButtonPower Switch Battery Release Switch Battery Pack MountDigital Zoom Pg , 9Darken The LCD Monitor DubbingTo prevent damage and prolong service life General Battery PrecautionsWhen using the AC Power Adapter/Charger in areas Other than the USATo prolong service life For safety, do notAvoid using the unit During useGeneral ConnectorsProvided Accessories Optional Accessories Colocacion DE LA Bateria AlimentaciónAlimentacion Extraccion DE LA BateriaDeslice Battery Release y extraiga la batería Guia Para Operacion RapidaEN for Servicing Only in U.S.A Warranty Only in U.S.A. EN65 Memo Memo GR-SXM515